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Sandsøra Lighthouse

Oc (3) White/Red/Green 10s🇳🇴Levanger, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sandsøra Lighthouse

This square skeletal steel tower, standing 5.5 meters tall, is located on the southeastern point of Ytterøya island near Levanger, Norway. It is covered with siding and features a lantern and gallery. The light's focal height is 6 meters and it emits three white, red, or green flashes every 10 seconds. Its geographic range is 8.9 nautical miles. The lighthouse site is open to visitors arriving by boat, but the operational tower itself is closed to the public. The nearest port is Skogn, 3.8 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse clearly marks the southeastern point of Ytterøya and guides vessels through the surrounding waters with its directional light.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (3) White/Red/Green 10s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Oc(3) WRG 10s
Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM

Location

City
Levanger
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Trøndelag
Sea Region
southeastern point of the island of Ytterøya
Latitude
63.7452°
Longitude
11.0371°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Skogn(3.8 km)
Admiralty No.
L1280
NGA No.
7280

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with red lantern roof
Material
steel

Structure: square skeletal tower, covered with siding, with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sandsøra Lighthouse at night?+
Sandsøra displays the characteristic Oc (3) White/Red/Green 10s — 3 white/red/green flashes every 10 seconds. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The white/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Sandsøra Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sandsøra Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Skogn at 3.7 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Mosvik (4.6 NM N), Levanger (6.8 NM E), Verdal (11 NM ENE), Frosta (11.6 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sandsøra Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sandsøra Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
What shipping routes pass near Sandsøra Lighthouse?+
Sandsøra Lighthouse is located within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Sandsøra Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sandsøra Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.